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| Screen last updated on: January 2009 |
| Year established: |
1842 |
| Type of school: |
college, private (nonprofit) |
| Programs: |
4-year undergraduate |
| Religious affiliation: |
yes |
| Campus enrollment: |
2,006 students |
| Coeducational information: |
coeducational institution, became coeducational in 1930 |
| Location description: |
in or near a small/medium city (pop. 75,000-300,000) |
| Application fee: |
$33, (No fee for online applications.) |
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| Street address: |
Roanoke College
221 College Lane
Salem, VA 24153-3794 |
| Mailing address: |
Roanoke College
221 College Lane
Salem, VA 24153-3794 |
| Main telephone numbers: |
540 375-2500
540 375-2267 (fax) |
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| Main homepage: |
www.roanoke.edu |
| Campus map: |
web.roanoke.edu/
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| SAT number: |
5571 |
| ACT number: |
4392 |
| FAFSA number: |
003736 |
| FICE number: |
3736 |
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| CAMPUS SUMMARY |
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Roanoke College has a setting among the majestic mountains surrounding Salem, a friendly small college town just fifteen minutes from the City of Roanoke, metro population 250,000, and 10 minutes from the Appalachian Trail. The College is a liberal arts institution and is dedicated to educating men and women in high standards of scholarship to prepare them for responsible lives of learning, service, and leadership. In pursuing this goal, the College is committed to an integrative approach to education that strives to balance intellectual, ethical, spiritual, and personal growth. Founded by Lutherans in 1842, Roanoke College welcomes and reflects a variety of religious traditions. In keeping with its history and mission, the College strives to be a diverse community, nationally and internationally, and is committed to seeking new ways to serve its students and community. |
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| UNIQUE/SPECIAL PROGRAMS |
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Through their teaching styles and backgrounds, the Roanoke College faculty share a common goal: helping you move from where you are to where you want to be. For that reason, teaching is the most important factor in faculty evaluations, with scholarship and service also given careful consideration. Over 95 percent of the faculty hold the highest degree in their discipline from an impressive array of prestigious institutions across the nation. A Roanoke education will help you learn the skills you need to prevail in a competitive world, whether you're seeking a top-flight graduate school or rewarding employment. Over 95 percent of Roanoke's seniors receive job offers or go on to graduate school within six months of graduation. The most popular areas of academic interest include Business Administration, Psychology, Education, Biology, Pre-Med, English, History, Sports Medicine, Computer Science, and Criminal Justice. |
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